Senior Associate, Data Analytics & Business Intelligence (BI), GOC

Remote; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

WPP Media is seeking a Senior Data Engineer, Data Operations to design and maintain cloud-based data solutions supporting BI reporting and data quality across global client projects. You will work with data engineers, developers, and UX designers to build scalable pipelines and manage reporting initiatives.

You will ensure data quality, onboard new client teams, and collaborate with BI and Data Operations teams to define requirements. A strong SQL/Python and cloud background is essential.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of relevant professional experience preferred.
• 2–3 years in data governance within data warehousing, ETL, BI environments.
• Experience with full development lifecycle of reporting solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain cloud-based data solutions for BI and reporting.
• Collaborate with data engineers, developers, and UX designers on pipelines and workflows.
• Define and document reporting and visualization requirements with BI and Data Operations teams.

Skills

SQL & relational databases

Python

Cloud platforms

Data governance

BI tooling

ETL & Data Warehousing

Project collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Statistics, Economics, Business, Mathematics, CS

Tools

Databricks

Tableau/Power BI

Jira/Confluence/Smartsheet/Azure DevOps

Sizmek/Google Campaign Manager/Adobe Analytics

Redshift/Snowflake

Job description

About WPP Media

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth.

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.

For more information, visit wppmedia.com.

Role Summary and Impact

As part of the Global Operations Centre (GOC), you will work closely with teams across the United States, Europe, and Asia to deliver high-impact solutions in a collaborative, multicultural environment. We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer, Data Operations who will:

• Design, build, and maintain cloud-based data solutions, supporting business intelligence, media performance reporting, and data quality compliance.
• Collaborate with data engineers, developers, and UX designers to develop data pipelines and workflows, managing the design, build, and maintenance phases of client reporting projects.
• Partner with Business Intelligence and Data Operations teams to define and document reporting and visualization requirements.
• Ensure data quality and provide ongoing support and maintenance for existing workspaces.
• Onboard new client teams to cloud data solutions, providing guidance and support throughout implementation.
• Define QA guidelines and automate existing quality assurance processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Develop tools, processes, and best practices with support from the Associate Director to improve workflows and deliver value to client teams.
• Act as a subject matter expert in data quality, BI tools, and business rules, ensuring consistent application of best practices across projects.
• Coordinate status meetings and working sessions, tracking tasks and deliverables across multiple stakeholders and projects.
• Proactively identify, elevate, and resolve project roadblocks and delivery issues.
• Report to the US-based Associate Director, communicating project status, progress, and risks.
• Build collaborative relationships with internal teams, clearly communicating roles, responsibilities, and expectations.

Skills and Experience

• 3–4 years of relevant professional experience is preferred.
• At least 2–3 years of experience in data governance processes within data warehousing, ETL, and business intelligence environments.
• Experience with the full development lifecycle of an application or reporting solution, from design through testing and deployment.
• Advanced knowledge of SQL, relational databases, and data warehouses, including technologies such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redshift, or Snowflake.
• Advanced proficiency in at least one programming language, such as Python.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, or AWS.
• Knowledge of data engineering platforms such as Databricks.
• Familiarity with business intelligence tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Familiarity with project and product management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, or Azure DevOps/VSTS.
• Experience with advertising campaign management, media buying, measurement, and analytics platforms, such as Sizmek, Google Campaign Manager, Flashtalking, Moat, DoubleVerify, IAS, MediaOcean, Media Tools, Nielsen, Comscore, social advertising platforms, Google Ads, Bing, Kenshoo, SA360, DV360, Google Analytics, or Adobe Analytics.
• Understanding of processes across digital, search, social, and offline media, with experience handling diverse datasets, including paid and owned media data.
• Experience in media, digital investment, analytics, or ad operations is preferred.
• A bachelor’s or advanced degree in Statistics, Economics, Business, Mathematics, Computer Science, or another scientific discipline is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across functional teams.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects, competing deliverables, and deadlines.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising.

We Create an Open environment built on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country.

This position is available in a Remote or Hybrid Work Modality and must be performed from any location within Mexico or Colombia. Only candidates residing in either country who are legally authorized to work there may apply. Remote work from outside Mexico or Colombia, including relocation abroad under a remote work contract, is not permitted under any circumstances.

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